Volcanic arcs form by deep melting of rock mixtures

Volcanic arcs form by deep melting of rock mixtures 04/13/2017 11:58 AM EDT A new study published in the journal Science Advances changes our understanding of how volcanic arc lavas are formed, and may have implications for the study of earthquakes and the risks of volcanic eruption. Full story at http://www.whoi.edu/news-release/volcanic-arc-lavas Source Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution This is an NSF News From the Field item.   Follow NSF:  This email was sent using GovDelivery, on behalf of: National Science Foundation Update · 4201 Wilson Boulevard · Arlington, VA 22230 · 703-292-5111